Pistons vs Nets final score: Detroit takes care of business in first NBA Cup game

The Detroit Pistons opened their NBA Cup campaign with a 110-94 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday. After an early adjustment to Brooklyn's offense, Detroit used defensive pressure and versatile lineups under head coach J.B. Bickerstaff to establish a plus-16 point differential. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons' scoring efforts with 20 points, five rebounds, and four assists.

Ron Holland contributed 18 points and four steals, highlighted by an energetic third quarter that featured two 3-pointers. Ausar Thompson added six assists as a playmaker, while the Nets dropped to 0-5 on the season despite efforts from Julius Randle and rookie guard Nolan Traoré. Detroit will next play the Charlotte Hornets on Monday.